Interpreting Traditional Diagnostic Methods Through the Lens of Machine LearningAI Confirms Exterior Interior Differentiation as the Most Crucial Standard in the First Step of DiagnosisGachon University Professor Kim Chang-up, Dongguk University Professor Bae Hyo-jin, and Gachon University Ph.D. candidate Kang Bong-su (from left)A research team led by Professor Kim Chang-up of the College of Korean Medicine at Gachon University has applied artificial intelligence (AI) methods to analyze pattern identification (辨證), the core diagnostic process in Korean medicine, offering a new scientific interpretation.Pattern identification is the process of organizing a patient s diverse symptoms into several key criteria to reach a diagnosis. The team compared this to the data analysis method of dimensionality reduction simplifying complex symptoms using standards such as Exterior Interior (표리, the depth of illness) or Cold Heat (한열, temperature patterns) to make diagnosis more systematic. Their study was based on clinical cases recorded in the classic medical text Shanghanlun (Treatise on Cold Damage).The analysis found that distinguishing Exterior Interior was the most crucial initial step. This classification alone effectively linked complex symptoms with medicinal prescriptions, playing a central role in making subsequent diagnosis and treatment more logical and efficient. This aligns with the traditional view of Qing dynasty physician Zheng Guopeng, who emphasized examining Exterior Interior first in the diagnostic sequence.Experiments using an AI decision-tree model confirmed the same result. When trained to select medicinal herbs based solely on symptom data, the model s very first criterion was always the Exterior Interior distinction. Moreover, when this concept was included in the dataset, prescription prediction accuracy improved significantly. The research team explained that this opens a pathway to scientifically analyzing what has long been considered the subjective diagnostic process in Korean medicine.Professor Kim Chang-up commented, This study establishes a foundation for quantitatively and objectively analyzing the clinical reasoning process of Korean medicine. Based on these results, we aim to systematize diagnostic procedures and develop AI-assisted systems for use in both education and clinical practice. The study was led by Professor Kim, with contributions from Dr. Bae Hyo-jin (co first author, now Professor at Dongguk University College of Korean Medicine) and doctoral researcher Kang Bong-su of Gachon University. The findings were published in the October 2025 issue of Computers in Biology and Medicine (Impact Factor 6.3, top 5.2% in JCR for mathematics and computational biology). The research was supported by the Ministry of Science and ICT and the Ministry of Education of Korea.

Strengthening Education and Research Synergy Through Semiconductor Talent Development and Industry Academia CooperationFostering Semiconductor Specialists and Enhancing Education Research Synergy Through Industry Academia CollaborationOn the 1st, Gachon University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kwangwoon AI High School (Principal Kim Do-bong) at Gachon Hall to foster future AI talent and promote education research cooperation.Under the agreement, the two institutions will collaborate on nurturing specialists in the fields of AI and semiconductors by:Operating diverse educational programs through shared resourcesJointly developing field-oriented curricula and conducting research in partnership with leading companiesExpanding ongoing exchanges to strengthen educational and research capacitiesIn particular, the parties agreed to actively consider linking programs with the early employment contract-based department system to secure semiconductor and AI specialists at an earlier stage. Through this model, high schools, universities, and companies will work together to create a systematic talent development pipeline. This will allow students to acquire practical industry-required skills while pursuing their studies, giving them opportunities for early career entry. In turn, students will gain tailored hands-on experience and broader employment prospects, while companies can secure the right talent at the right time.Yoon Won-jung, Vice President of Gachon University, stated, We will dedicate our efforts to developing specialized educational programs in AI and semiconductors to cultivate creative, highly skilled talent who will lead the industries of the future. Kim Do-bong, Principal of Kwangwoon AI High School, said, Through this agreement, our students will gain real opportunities to grow into core professionals in the semiconductor field. Prior to this, in June of last year, Gachon University signed an MOU with Sudo Electric Technical High School for off-campus curricula under the high school credit system, jointly developing linked education programs and teacher training initiatives, thereby continuing to strengthen its active cooperation with high schools.

Easing Student Living Costs Amid High Inflation and Promoting a Culture of GivingA Sustainable Student Welfare Model Through Public Private Academic CooperationOn the 3rd, Gachon University held the opening ceremony of the Gyeonggi Province sponsored 1,000-Won Student Store at the university student center and took a commemorative photo.On the 3rd, Gachon University held the opening ceremony of Korea s first 1,000-Won Student Store, sponsored by Gyeonggi Province, at the university student center. The project was launched to ease the financial burden of students struggling with high living costs and to promote a culture of giving through public private academic cooperation.The 1,000-Won Student Store provides goods donated by companies participating in ESG management to the Gyeonggi Social Welfare Council Food Bank, which are then supplied to students through university stores at discounts of up to 90% or more.The store is operated with funds donated by NH Nonghyup Bank s Gyeonggi Headquarters, which contributed 3 billion KRW of which Gachon University received 1.6 billion KRW and Pyeongtaek University received 1 billion KRW. At Gachon, the Emergency Response Committee of the Student Council directly manages the store, offering packages of food (meals, soups, side dishes) and daily necessities worth around 10,000 KRW, sold for just 1,000 KRW.The store will operate from September 3 through November, every Tuesday and Thursday, in Room 209 of the student center (excluding public holidays). Around 100 students can use the store per day, with the duration and capacity subject to change depending on stock levels. Additionally, proceeds from the 1,000-Won sales will be reinvested into purchasing goods, creating a virtuous cycle.Gachon University President Lee Gilya (right) and Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Dong-yeon (left) tour the store during the opening ceremony of the 1,000-Won Student Store. The event was attended by Gachon University President Lee Gilya, Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Dong-yeon, Kim Sung-rok, Head of NH Nonghyup Bank s Gyeonggi Headquarters, Kang Ki-tae, President of the Gyeonggi Social Welfare Council, and Kim Min-sung, Acting Chair of the Gachon University Student Council Emergency Response Committee. The program included a project progress report, a commemorative photo session, and a tour of the store. Notably, Governor Kim participated as a one-day clerk, personally selling goods to students and engaging with them.Choi Ye-won (23, sophomore in Business Administration at Gachon University) shared, Being able to buy so many daily necessities for just 1,000 won is a huge help. I hope programs like this continue in the future. Kim Min-sung, Acting Chair of the Student Council Emergency Response Committee, stated, The 1,000-Won Store is a meaningful project that provides great help to students. As a student representative, I will take responsibility and do my best to ensure stable operations. A student roundtable was also held, providing an opportunity to hear firsthand voices from young people struggling with high living costs.The 1,000-Won Store project was initiated under an agreement signed at the Gyeonggi Provincial Government Office in June. Under the model, Gyeonggi Province handles policy development and administrative support, NH Nonghyup Bank s Gyeonggi Headquarters provides financial resources, and social welfare organizations secure and distribute donated goods. Universities provide space and administrative backing, while student councils take charge of operations and promotion creating a sustainable, autonomous welfare model.Gyeonggi Province plans to establish this initiative as a follow-up to the 1,000-Won Breakfast program, expanding practical welfare policies for university students while encouraging corporate participation linked to ESG management, thereby spreading a culture of sharing within local communities.President Lee Gilya of Gachon University remarked, It is meaningful to have created a program that can provide practical help to students. Gachon University will continue to work with local communities and partner organizations to enhance student welfare and realize social value.

AI, Semiconductor, Battery, and Bio Convergence Moving Beyond AI Education to Become a Global Research HubOn the 16th, Gachon University held the opening ceremony of the Gachon AI Computing Research Institute at the university convention center and took a group commemorative photo.□ NEWS LINK: ① YTN ② MBN ③ DONGAOn the 16th, Gachon University held the opening ceremony of the Gachon Institute of AI and Computing (GAIC) at the Gachon Convention Center to strengthen its global competitiveness in the field of artificial intelligence. Korea University Professor Lee Wonjun was appointed as the founding director. To maximize his research capacity and ensure the institute s long-term growth, Gachon University offered him an unprecedented appointment with tenure guaranteed until the age of 70.The event was attended by more than 200 people, including President Lee Gilya of Gachon University, Chung Jin Ho, President of the Korean Academy of Science and Technology (KAST), Lee Gun Woo, President of Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST), Kim Myung Joo, Director of the National AI Safety Research Institute, as well as Gachon University s academic council members, faculty from the College of IT Convergence, and students.On the 16th, Gachon University held a commemorative ceremony during the opening event of the Gachon AI Computing Research Institute at the university convention center.In 2020, Gachon University became the first university in Korea to establish a Department of Artificial Intelligence, taking an early lead in AI education. Since then, the university has promoted AI-driven educational innovation across all fields, including:- Making basic AI liberal arts education mandatory for all students- Expanding AI convergence research linked with medicine, pharmacy, and biotechnology- Creating AI-specialized courses tailored to each major- Establishing the nation s first College of AI HumanitiesThrough these initiatives, Gachon University has positioned itself as a leading institution for AI specialization. The launch of the AI Computing Research Institute represents a strategic move to build on these educational achievements and advance toward becoming a world-class research hub.The AI Computing Research Institute plans to conduct convergence research that places AI at its core, spanning fields such as 6G networks, cloud and edge computing, quantum computing, physical AI, drug discovery, biotechnology, systems, semiconductors, policy, and law. It will actively strengthen collaboration with academia, industry, government institutions, leading overseas universities and research institutes, and organizations like the Korean Academy of Science and Technology. By hosting joint industry academic projects, symposiums, and international events, the institute aims to build an AI+X ecosystem and lead research and education that enhance national competitiveness.On the 16th, Gachon University President Lee Gilya delivered a congratulatory address at the opening ceremony of the AI Computing Research Institute held at the university convention center.Professor Lee Wonjun, appointed as the founding director of the institute, is a professor in the Department of Computer Science and the Graduate School of Information Security at Korea University. He has built a distinguished global reputation with groundbreaking research in wired and wireless communication networking systems, AI-based cloud edge computing, and wireless security, and in 2021 was named an IEEE Fellow in the fields of computing and communication networking.He is an elected member of both the Korean Academy of Science and Technology and the National Academy of Engineering of Korea, and also served as president of the Korean Institute of Information Scientists and Engineers (KIISE), the nation s largest and most prestigious academic society for software, AI, and computer science since its founding in 1973.Years before domestic researchers began focusing heavily on AI, Professor Lee foresaw the coming of the AI+X and Post-AI era and actively advocated convergence-oriented AI research centered on domain knowledge. He has collaborated extensively with researchers at home and abroad on industry-tailored AI technologies in fields such as networks, the web, cloud, systems, semiconductors, quantum computing, medicine, and manufacturing.As chair of the engineering division at the Korean Academy of Science and Technology, he also led national discussions on AI and computing strategy through policy forums and strategic advisement, spearheading paradigm shifts in AI research.His appointment represents a break from the traditional Distinguished/University Professor system, setting a new role model as an active tenured professor. The academic community views this as a pivotal turning point for Gachon University, signaling its ambition to advance as a research-centered university and to realize its long-term development strategies and future vision.At the opening ceremony, Gachon University President Lee Gilya stated, Gachon University has been a leader in AI education as the first university in Korea to establish a Department of Artificial Intelligence. Now, to open a new chapter in research, we have launched the AI Computing Research Institute. By bringing in Professor Lee Wonjun under unprecedented conditions, we aim to strategically merge AI with the BBC fields semiconductors, batteries, and biotechnology that Gachon has long specialized in. This represents our commitment to developing the AI Computing Research Institute into a global hub, raising it to the top level in Korea and ultimately to world-class standards. In his inaugural address, Founding Director Lee Wonjun of GAIC declared Rubies in the Dust: AI Computing Fusion as the vision of the institute. Building on Gachon University s rapid and innovative achievements over the past decade unmatched in Korea or abroad he expressed strong determination to realize the goal of Gachon AI Computing: Evolving through Convergence within the next ten years. To achieve this, he announced plans to significantly expand the institute s full-time faculty starting next year, positioning Gachon as the nation s foremost AI+X specialized university.Beginning next year, the AI Computing Research Institute will launch a wide range of initiatives, including hosting the Global AI Computing Symposium, organizing world-class international academic conferences on the scale of IEEE, establishing international joint research centers, and advancing AI-driven regional innovation projects, thereby accelerating its research and industry academia collaboration programs.

Gachon University sets a record for the highest number of applicants in its early admissions for the 2026 academic year.The Medical School, Pharmacy School, and Physical Education major achieved the highest competition rates in the country.Gachon University announced on September 12 that 83,903 students applied for 3,269 available seats (an average competition rate of 25.7 to 1), making it the top university in the nation for the number of early admission applicants for the second year in a row.▲ College of Medicine Comprehensive Screening (Gachon Medical-Pharmaceutical Screening) and Essay Screening Ranked 1st Nationwide, Pharmacy Comprehensive Screening Ranked 2nd NationwideIn particular, for the College of Medicine s pre-med essay screening, 3,463 students applied for just 6 spots, reaching a competition rate of 577.2 to 1. This was the highest in both applicant numbers and competition rate among universities nationwide offering essay-based pre-med admissions. In the Gachon Medical-Pharmaceutical Screening, 629 students applied for 16 pre-med seats (39.3 to 1), while 63 applied for 4 seats through the student record screening (15.8 to 1). Competition was also intense in the rural quota track (24 to 1 for academic-based, 15 to 1 for comprehensive), and the equal opportunity track (56 to 1). For the College of Korean Medicine pre-med program, 175 students applied for 5 seats (35 to 1) in the Gachon Medical-Pharmaceutical Screening, and 136 applied for 7 seats (19.4 to 1) in the student excellence track. In the College of Pharmacy, 578 students applied for 12 seats (48.2 to 1) in the Gachon Medical-Pharmaceutical Screening, ranking 2nd nationwide in comprehensive admissions for pharmacy.▲ Physical Education Major Practical Excellence Screening Ranked 1st NationwideFor the physical education major, 2,364 students applied for 40 spots in the practical excellence screening, recording a competition rate of 59.1 to 1. This was the highest among all physical education programs nationwide, significantly outpacing Dongguk University (30.1 to 1), which ranked 2nd.Major competition rates by admission track were:Essay screening: 41.6 to 1 (1,009 seats, 41,942 applicants)Student excellence screening: 13.7 to 1 (441 seats, 6,032 applicants)Regional balance screening: 17.2 to 1 (357 seats, 6,127 applicants)Gachon Windmill Screening: 30.7 to 1 (459 seats, 14,083 applicants)In the Media Communication Department, the Gachon Windmill Screening had 688 applicants for 6 seats, hitting an exceptionally high rate of 114.7 to 1.The university analyzed that its success came from multiple factors: its specialized strategy focused on advanced industries such as AI, semiconductors, batteries, and biotechnology; its strong employment competitiveness; its prime location in the Seoul metropolitan area with cutting-edge infrastructure; and the strengthening of the university s brand value. These factors combined to produce outstanding competition rates across medicine, pharmacy, physical education, and other fields.Gachon University President Lee Gilya stated, Ranking 1st in early admission applicants nationwide for two consecutive years reflects the trust we ve earned from students and parents through our advanced industry specialization strategy, student-tailored education, and efforts to strengthen job competitiveness. We will continue to foster creative, convergence-driven talent who will excel on the global stage and live up to those expectations.

Agreement to jointly operate the Gachon-FPT Semiconductor College based on a 2+2 academic system.Starting in the 2026 academic year, 300 Vietnamese students will receive specialized semiconductor education.On the 11th, Gachon University and FPT University (Vietnam) signed an MOU to cultivate semiconductor talent, followed by a commemorative photo session.On the 11th, Gachon University signed an MOU with FPT University, part of Vietnam s largest IT and telecommunications conglomerate FPT, to cultivate semiconductor talent and expand educational exchanges. The signing took place at Gachon Hall.Attendees included Gachon University Vice President Yoon Wonjung, Director of International Exchange Kim Sanghyuk, Professor Oh Hyunseok of the Department of Semiconductor Design, FPT University Chairman Le Truong Tung, Director of External Relations Sophia Nguyen Ha Thanh, and representatives from FPT Semiconductor and FPT Software Korea.Vice President Yoon and Chairman Le Truong Tung reaffirmed the collaboration during the Korea-Vietnam Business Forum held on the 12th at Lotte Hotel in Jung-gu, Seoul, coinciding with the state visit of Vietnam s top leader, General Secretary To Lam.On the 11th, representatives from Gachon University and FPT University (Vietnam) held an MOU meeting at Gachon Hall to discuss cultivating semiconductor talent.At the MOU signing, the two universities agreed to jointly operate the Gachon-FPT Semiconductor College (provisional name) based on a 2+2 program. In this model, students complete their first and second years at FPT University, focusing on foundational courses and Korean language study, and then transfer to Gachon University for the third and fourth years to pursue advanced semiconductor courses and earn a bachelor s degree. The curriculum includes hands-on training in Gachon s state-of-the-art cleanroom, as well as semiconductor design, process, and simulation the three core areas of semiconductor education.Gachon plans to enroll approximately 300 Vietnamese students in the semiconductor program as early as the second semester of 2026. Graduates who wish to continue their studies will be supported through master s and doctoral programs.Founded in 1988, the FPT Group is Vietnam s top IT and software company by market capitalization and a leading ICT group covering telecommunications, education, and digital transformation. Its subsidiary, FPT University, established in 2006, currently has over 20,000 students across four campuses in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, and Can Tho. The university is well-known for its industry-linked IT and semiconductor education programs.Gachon University has achieved remarkable progress in the semiconductor field, including:Being selected as the leading institution for the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy s Semiconductor Infrastructure Project (2021)Launching the Next-Generation Semiconductor Major (2022)Co-running the Seongnam Fabless Academy (2022)Selection for the 4th Phase BK21 Innovative Talent Program in Intelligent Semiconductors (2024)Gachon was also named a semiconductor-specialized university by the Ministry of Education, established Korea s first Semiconductor College and Semiconductor Education Center with 400 students last year, and remodeled its cleanroom with advanced equipment this June to enhance education and research infrastructure.Vice President Yoon Won-jung stated, Our collaboration with FPT University will bring together two leading universities in semiconductor education to cultivate global talent. By combining our educational and research resources, we aim to build a sustainable model for global development.

Customized employment support for unemployed STEM graduates officially launched.On the 6th, Gachon University signed an MOU with the Korea Industrial Technology Association to support employment, followed by a commemorative photo session.On the 6th, Gachon University s University Job Plus Center (Director: Jeon Seongmin) signed an MOU with the Korea Industrial Technology Association (Head: Kim Sanggil) to support employment for unemployed STEM graduates. The signing ceremony was held at the IR52 Jang Youngsil Hall of Fame in the Korea Industrial Technology Association building in Yangjae-dong, Seoul.The agreement aims to improve employment rates for Gachon s STEM graduates and includes:Job-matching support for STEM talentOperation of education and training programs to promote employmentExploration of other collaborative areas between the two institutionsUnder the MOU, Gachon University will provide graduates personal information, and the Association will offer comprehensive employment support through professional career consultants, including online and offline 1:1 tailored consulting, recruitment linkage, and follow-up management. Recruitment support will focus on the Association s member companies and newly identified firms.Director Jeon Seongmin stated, This agreement establishes a practical and sustainable framework to enhance graduates employment rates. We will continue expanding cooperation with various organizations to actively support STEM talent in entering the workforce.

Overall ranking: 61st in the world (up 203 places from last year)Ranked 1st in the world in the Cost-Benefit Management category.Gachon University ranked 61st in the world in the 2025 World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI), which evaluates universities based on their level of innovation. The WURI selection committee announced the 2025 rankings on August 10 at the Hanja University Alliance meeting in Dumaguete, Philippines. This marks a remarkable rise of 203 places from last year s 264th position, the largest ranking jump among South Korean universities.This year s evaluation considered 4,866 university innovation programs submitted by 1,350 universities worldwide. Gachon University ranked highly in key categories, including:1st in Cost-Benefit Management4th in ESG Trends16th in University Brand ReputationIn the Cost-Benefit Management category, Gachon was recognized for its energy-saving measures and green campus initiatives through a concentrated leave system. In the ESG Trends category, the university s Bonjour service-learning program, linked to academic majors, received high marks.Cost-Benefit Management 1st place (energy savings and green campus initiatives through the concentrated leave system, photo left)ESG Trend 4th place (Bonjour major-linked service-learning program, photo right)In the global rankings, Minerva University in the U.S., featured in the EBS documentary University Innovation , ranked 1st, Arizona State University took 2nd place, and France s cole 42 ranked 3rd.The World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) evaluates universities innovation capabilities based on the impact of their education, research, and social engagement on societal change. The ranking is jointly organized by four institutions: the Hanja University Alliance (HLU), the Institute for Policy and Strategy on National Competitiveness (IPSNC), UNITAR (United Nations Institute for Training and Research), and the Taylor Institute of Franklin University Switzerland. 2025 World University Rankings for Innovation CertificatePresident Lee Gilya stated, The global recognition reflects our university s continuous efforts in educational innovation, including the P-Semester system, Ntree Camp, Startup College, and BBC (advanced field) specialization programs. We will continue striving to become a university that cultivates innovative talent ready to excel on the global stage.

Strengthening practical training in digital engineeringIntroducing advanced simulation solutions to cultivate industry-specific talentOn July 22, Gachon University signed an industry-academia cooperation MOU with Hexagon to cultivate professional talent in 3D-based design and analysis, followed by a commemorative photo session.On July 22, Gachon University held an industry-academia cooperation MOU signing ceremony with Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence (hereafter Hexagon), a global smart manufacturing solutions company, at the Gachon Hall main conference room. The agreement aims to cultivate professional talent in 3D-based design and analysis.The event was attended by key representatives, including Professor Lee Daeho, Dean of the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Professors Lee Kyungjun and Ma Pyeongsik, as well as Hong Heungseop, Head of Design Engineering at Hexagon, and Jeon Wanho, Head of Technology. Together, they discussed directions for collaboration.Hexagon is a global leader in digital engineering and metrology, combining sensors, software, and automation solutions. By providing integrated digital twin-based solutions across design, engineering, production, and quality management, Hexagon drives innovation that enhances quality, productivity, and safety in the manufacturing industry.Under this agreement, Gachon University will adopt Hexagon s integrated simulation platform, MSCOne. The solution includes modules such as Cradle CFD (thermal-fluid flow analysis), Actran (acoustic analysis), MSC Nastran (structural analysis), Adams (dynamics simulation), Simufact (process simulation), and Digimat (composite materials analysis), comprehensively supporting multiphysics and AI-based simulation capabilities.The two institutions will jointly design a practice-oriented curriculum that reflects industry demand, providing students with hands-on education to systematically acquire the design and analysis competencies required in real-world industrial settings.Hong Heungseop, Head of Hexagon s Design Engineering Division, stated, Through this agreement with Gachon University, we will continue to expand the application of our expertise in design, manufacturing, materials, and AI-based technologies to education. We are committed to strengthening industry-linked education for nurturing future talent in the manufacturing sector. Lee Daeho, Dean of Gachon s Department of Mechanical Engineering, said, As demand for digital manufacturing innovation and simulation technologies rapidly increases, we are very pleased to bring Hexagon s advanced solutions into the classroom. We will continue to strengthen practice-centered education so that our students can systematically build the design and analysis competencies required in real industrial fields.

Customized career design stands out, including the Early Entry Program for the Major Free Choice System. Continuing to drive educational innovation through flexible academic systems and strengthening of basic academic disciplines Gachon University received the highest S grade in the 2025 University Innovation Support Project Performance Evaluation, conducted by the Ministry of Education and the National Research Foundation of Korea, on the 7th. With this achievement, Gachon has now earned the S grade for three consecutive years. As a result, the university secured a total of 11.13 billion KRW in project funding, including incentives, giving further momentum to its push for educational innovation. The University Innovation Support Project is a major financial support initiative designed to promote universities autonomous innovation and structural improvement. A total of 138 universities nationwide, including 60 in the Seoul metropolitan area, are participating. This year s evaluation focused on two key areas: ▲ educational innovation performance and ▲ internal performance management. Gachon University received high marks in both strategy and execution. For students admitted under the Major Free Choice System (Undecided), Gachon University operates programs that provide early major exploration and intensive guidance even before enrollment, helping students strengthen their career design capabilities. In addition, the university implements customized career guidance for all students based on their aptitudes and characteristics, systematically operating it according to annual implementation plans. This was recognized as a best practice. In terms of curriculum, the university strengthened its foundation in basic academic disciplines by fully operating general education courses, expanding investment in basic studies, and restructuring liberal arts programs. It also earned praise for generating tangible outcomes by operating diverse innovative programs that respond to new educational environments. In the performance management category, Gachon stood out for the strong alignment between performance indicators and innovation strategies, as well as for establishing a practical feedback structure. Based on the Institutional Research (IR) center, this system enables analysis of outcomes followed by actions such as continuation, improvement, discontinuation, or establishment of programs. Gachon University President Lee Gilya stated, Through student-centered flexible academic systems and customized career design support, Gachon has consistently pursued educational innovation. Building on this achievement, we will continue to advance creative and innovative education programs, taking the lead in fostering future core talent.